Different Foods Questions and Facts
What are the bad food and drug combinations?
Drug interactions to be cautious of:
1. Tylenol and alcohol: May lead to liver toxicity if consumed within 12 hours.
2. Sedatives and alcohol: Can lower blood pressure, respiration, and heart rate.
3. Calcium channel blockers and grapefruit: Grapefruit inhibits drug breakdown, potentially leading to toxicity.
4. Bronchodilators and caffeine: May cause excessive stimulation, affecting heart rhythm or triggering seizures.
5. Beta-blockers and high protein foods: Can increase drug bioavailability, causing side effects.
6. Grapefruit and medications in general: Inhibits drug breakdown, increasing risk of toxicity.
Last updated: Aug 29, 2024 16:42 PM